The Preliminary Examination will consist of only one paper viz. a paper on “General Studies”. The paper will be of an Objective Type consisting of 200 Multiple- Choice Question. The paper will carry 200 marks and will be of Two and a half (2½) hours duration.

English Composition – 30 marks

General Knowledge & Current Events Of Local, National & International Importance. – 30 marks

History of Modern India and Indian National Movement for the period 1857 to 1947. – 20 marks

Geography of India – 20 marks

Geography, History & Culture of Tripura – 15 marks

Indian Polity and Economy – 25 marks

General Science and Environment – 25 marks

General Mental Ability – 20 marks

Numerical Ability – 15 marks

TPSC Prelim ExamSyllabus :

TPSC Prelim ExamSyllabus: English Composition

Question on English Composition will cover Synonyms, Antonyms, use of common Phrase & Idioms., use of appropriate Prepositions and Articles, Comprehension, Ordering of words in a sentence , Ordering of sentences, spotting of errors, use of appropriate and qualifying words etc.

TPSC Prelim ExamSyllabus: History of Modern India & Indian National Movement for the period 1857 to 1947

In History, emphasis will be on broad general understanding of the subject in its Social, Economic and Political aspects.

Questions on the Indian National Movement will relate to the nature and character of the Nineteenth Century resurgence, growth of Nationalism and attainment of Independence.

In Geography of Tripura, emphasis will be on its natural resources with special reference to its soil, forest, water and power. The period from 1857 to 1949 will be considered for setting question on History of Tripura. There will be questions on different Tribes, Languages, Customs, Festivals, Important Historical sites etc.

Questions on General Science and Environment will cover general appreciation and understanding of science and environment including matters of everyday observation and experience along with general awareness of Information & Communication Technology as may be expected of a well-educated person who has not made a special study of any particular scientific discipline.

TPSC Prelim ExamSyllabus : General Mental Ability

On General Mental Ability questions will be set on logical perception, understanding, natural conclusion etc.